Head of Senior Games

Organisation: Wycliffe College
Salary: Competitive
Location: Wycliffe College, Bristol Road, Stonehouse, Gloucestershire, GL10 2AF
Contract type: Permanent (Full time)
Closing date: 24 June 2026
Job Description: Wycliffe College are seeking to appoint an outstanding and enthusiastic Head of Senior Games to work alongside our Assistant Head (Co-Curricular), to design, deliver and oversee an ambitious and inspiring sporting provision, including the coordination of fixtures, tournaments and competitions. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the sporting experience of our pupils, promote participation and excellence, and play a key role in the continued development of sport within a thriving school community.

The successful candidate will hold a relevant degree and have experience coaching sport at both team and individual levels, alongside a proven ability to coordinate fixtures and competitive sporting programmes. They will possess excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills, a strong understanding of current sporting provision within schools, and the ability to inspire young people through energy, enthusiasm and leadership.
If this opportunity excites you and you believe you have the skills and enthusiasm to make a positive contribution to our community, we would love to hear from you.

Terms of Appointment:

This is a permanent position offered on a full-time basis during school term time with a January 2027 start. An earlier start date may be available should a suitable candidate be found with an earlier start date.

Working an average of 44 hours per week during term time, the role requires a flexible approach to working hours in order to meet the needs of the College. The successful candidate will be expected to support Saturday afternoon sports fixtures and activities and to make a full contribution to the wider life of the College.

A competitive salary package will be offered and will reflect the successful candidate's skills, qualifications and experience.

Other benefits available include:

• Enrolment into the school’s APTIS pension scheme
• cycle to work scheme
• free meals during school term-time
• free use of gym, sports facilities, and swimming pool at certain times
• training and development opportunities
• free on-site parking
• subsidised coffee-shop

Closing Date/Time: Wednesday, 24th June 2026 at 8am

Due to the proximity to the end of the academic year, the school reserves the right to interview candidates ahead of the closing date and to withdraw this vacancy early should the right candidate be found. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications early.

Safer Recruitment Statement:
All members of staff are subject to an enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service in accordance with our child protection requirements.

In accordance with our vetting policy, the post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all convictions or cautions must be declared.
How to apply: Online via Eteach or please contact HR@wycliffe.co.uk for an application form.